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There is nothing quite like  a warm and welcoming smile – it can be one of your greatest assets. And you will surely want to keep it that way. Therefore for many people, turning to their cosmetic dentist is the most certain way to protect their investment, by ensuring that their teeth stay white, straight and decay free.

But dentistry is not only about healthy teeth, it is also about protecting the health of the gums and indeed the health of the whole body. For example it is now widely known that periodontal disease is related to problems of the heart, and that badly aligned teeth can create digestive problems. Indeed there are several maladies whose origins can be traced to one or another dental problem.

What is Natural Dentistry?

Holistic dentists are sometimes also known by the alternative names of biological dentists or natural dentists. As with other natural medical specialists, when treating a patient they will consider the entire human being, including their lifestyle and even spirit, in addition to their body. And when creating a personalized program of treatment, they will endeavor to enhance the patient’s overall health and well-being, not just the health of their teeth. So as to achieve this they will pay particular attention to a patient’s immune system.

A biological dentist will also reduce to a minimum the need to subject the patient to harmful x-rays, by the use of either low emission equipment or alternative means of diagnosis. They will also fill cavities by using non-toxic materials such as resins rather than employ a mercury amalgam, and frequently provide a service of removing old amalgam fillings and detoxification of any remaining mercury deposits.

Natural Dentistry and Amalgam Fillings

Growing evidence suggests that traditional mercury amalgam fillings might be a significant health risk. Studies have shown that such a low-level exposure to mercury can affect kidney function and even brain function, resulting in a cellular degeneration akin to that found in sufferers from Alzheimer’s disease.

For these reasons natural dentists are generally against the use of amalgam fillings, and should you wish to have your old fillings removed and replaced, it is preferable that you find a dentist who can assess the compatibility of other materials and also help you with the process of detoxification.

Biological Dentistry and Fluoride
 
The vast majority of biological dentists are very much opposed to the ingestion of fluoride by the human body, as for example found in many toothpastes and drinking water. In fact the toxic properties of fluoride have been known for some time. Former studies carried out in support of the incorporation of fluoride in water supplies have since been found to be flawed, and more recent surveys have found little health benefit.

It is important that you are aware of your options when choosing a dentist and there are now increasing numbers of holistic dental practitioners. When choosing your dentist, do not hesitate in posing questions relevant to your overall health and on the dentist’s attitude towards items discussed in this article. They will surely be more than happy to oblige.